Thursday, 15 October 2026
The 7000
Indonesia
In Kupang, an eleven-year-old boy found the conviction to confess his past dishonesty with church offerings after learning about Zacchaeus through a Sunday school film. His repentance brought about a lasting change, leading him to remain faithful to his promise and take on an active role in his family's daily worship.
The Story of Zacchaeus Made Me Brave Enough to Confess the Mistake I Kept Hidden
Jawaban.comtranslated from id
For nearly two years during elementary school, 11-year-old Excel Roberto Rykard Taek from Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, secretly kept part of his weekly church offering money to buy personal snacks. He did not fully understand that taking money meant for God was wrong until he attended a Superbook mobile cinema screening featuring the biblical story of Zacchaeus. Watching how the tax collector repented and made amends after meeting Jesus, Excel felt a deep conviction in his heart about his own dishonesty. He found the courage to stand up before his Sunday school teachers and peers, openly confessing what he had done and praying for God's forgiveness. Excel promised never to use offering money for himself again, and he has remained faithful to that commitment ever since. Today, he actively participates in his family's devotions by leading prayers, reading scriptures, and praying for sick relatives. You can read the complete account of Excel's story to see how simple gospel truths are shaping young hearts.
Across the region
In Kupang, an eleven-year-old boy demonstrated how the truth of Scripture can deeply transform a young heart when he chose to confess his past dishonesty with church offerings after watching a Sunday school film about Zacchaeus. His genuine repentance bore lasting fruit, guiding him to remain faithful to his pledge and faithfully lead his family in daily home worship. This quiet turn toward honesty serves as a gentle reminder that God is actively at work in the lives of the young, shaping faithful witnesses who practice integrity within their own households.